Assuming that is the case, I would prioritize entitlements over paying off your existing mortgage.

The family we guaranteed rent to on their existing home, giving them the flexibility to buy with a partner builder and move out of state to be closer to the best treatment facilities when faced with a difficult diagnosis.10.

TLDR:  I'd say don't empty it until you know it needs to be emptied.Distilling your post, I see it as 1) you want to sell a property and 2) you see the existing furnishings as a liability

The BRRR is one of the most complex investing strategies that exist.  

Check to see if reciprocity exists in the state(s) you’re considering getting licensed in.

I know it's zoned commercial but I will have to check with the city on what other restrictions might exist. 

The idea would be for them to assume the existing loan and take my half of the property with as little burden financially on them as possible.

I'll be looking for a 'hands off' brokerage if such a thing exists (while realizing I'll need a 'high level of supervision' my first two years) with a low fee structure for my own deals.

The abundance of 2-4 unit properties in Chicago just doesn't exist elsewhere.

BACKGROUND: Bought a property SUBJECT 2 an existing 1st lien (lets say serviced by Shellpoint) years ago.